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Join host Jill Pritchard from the Missouri Department of Conservation as she explores everything nature has to offer – from health benefits and wildlife viewing, to outdoor recreation and unbelievable conservation stories. Subscribe and get your own Nature Boost!

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  1. 1

    Inside the Missouri Birding Challenge

    Hidden gem

    Host Jill Pritchard and ornithologist Sarah Kendrick discuss the Missouri Birding Challenge and the joys of birding.

    Apr 16, 2026·16m·1 clip
  2. 2

    The Rise & Fall of the Callery Pear

    Hidden gem

    This episode explores the history and ecological impact of the invasive Callery pear tree in Missouri.

    Mar 19, 2026·21m·1 clip
  3. 3

    February's for Lovers: Weird Wildlife Romances

    Hidden gem

    Host Jill Pritchard shares a personal story about witnessing a massive spotted salamander migration and introduces the podcast's focus on Missouri's outdoor adventures and conservation.

    Feb 19, 2026·22m·1 clip
  4. 4

    Nature Boost Investigates: Inside the Serial Poaching Case of David Berry Jr.

    Hidden gem

    A conservation agent recounts the investigation of a notorious Missouri poacher, David Berry Jr., in a true crime episode.

    Jan 15, 2026·29m·1 clip
  5. 5

    Tracking Snowy Owls in Missouri

    Host Jill Pritchard interviews an ornithologist about snowy owl sightings in Missouri and their Arctic origins.

    Dec 18, 2025·11m
  6. 6

    The Power of One Health Part I: Understanding One Health

    Hidden gem

    Nature Boost host Jill Pritchard speaks with Larissa Smith and Dr.

    Nov 20, 2025·27m·1 clip
  7. 7

    Mini Boost: Creepy, Crawly, and Completely Cool Tarantulas!

    Oct 30, 2025·9m
  8. 8

    A Beginner’s Guide to Foraging

    Oct 16, 2025·26m
  9. 9

    BirdTok: Why Social Media’s New Trend Can Help Our Birds

    Sep 18, 2025·30m
  10. 10

    Healthy Roots, Happy Trees with MDC’s Forest Entomologist

    Aug 21, 2025·32m
  11. 11

    Mini Boost: The Return of Lake Sturgeon

    Jul 31, 2025·6m
  12. 12

    Backpacking 101: Hitting the Trail

    Jul 17, 2025·35m
  13. 13

    Backpacking 101: Your First Adventure Starts Here!

    Jun 19, 2025·37m
  14. 14

    The Wonders of Wetlands – Celebrating American Wetlands Month

    May 15, 2025·21m
  15. 15

    Nuts About Trees: Celebrating Arbor Day with a Side of Black Walnuts

    Apr 17, 2025·18m
  16. 16

    Growing the Future – Inside Missouri’s State Forest Nursery

    Mar 20, 2025·23m
  17. 17

    Mini Boost: Lunar Labels

    Feb 28, 2025·8m
  18. 18

    Dam Good Builders

    Feb 20, 2025·24m
  19. 19

    Groundhog Day: How a Large Rodent Became an Unqualified Weatherman

    Jan 16, 2025·11m
  20. 20

    A Nature Boost Holiday Countdown

    Dec 20, 2024·8m
  21. 21

    The Spirit of Gratitude with Heather Feeler

    Host Jill Pritchard discusses gratitude and nature's health benefits with a guest, sharing personal stories about finding joy in outdoor activities.

    Nov 21, 2024·58m
  22. 22

    The Legend of Mo Mo the Missouri Monster

    Oct 17, 2024·25m
  23. 23

    Did You Thank a Stream Teamer Today?

    Sep 19, 2024·26m
  24. 24

    A Snake-Like Fish That Breathes Air is Causing Big Problems in Missouri

    Aug 15, 2024·26m
  25. 25

    Black Bears & BearWise with Nate Bowersock and Josh Wisdom

    Host Jill Pritchard joins bear researchers to trap and mark a black bear for population monitoring.

    Jul 18, 2024·28m
  26. 26

    What’s Up with Mountain Lions in Missouri?

    Host Jill Pritchard interviews wildlife biologist Alan Leary about the history and confirmed sightings of mountain lions in Missouri.

    Jun 20, 2024·38m
  27. 27

    Best Wishes to Sara Parker Pauley!

    May 17, 2024·39m
  28. 28

    Here Come the Cicadas!

    Apr 18, 2024·32m
  29. 29

    Solar Eclipse 2024

    Mar 21, 2024·28m
  30. 30

    Saving Missouri’s Hellbender Part II

    Feb 15, 2024·24m
  31. 31

    Saving Missouri’s Hellbender Part I

    Jan 18, 2024·31m
  32. 32

    Seasonal Self-Care

    Dec 21, 2023·29m
  33. 33

    Q&A with a Naturalist

    Host Jill Pritchard and naturalist Sarah Easton discuss common public questions about nature and conservation in fall and winter.

    Nov 16, 2023·48m
  34. 34

    Rockwood’s Rock Climbing

    Oct 19, 2023·39m
  35. 35

    Lunch Date

    Sep 21, 2023·36m
  36. 36

    A Night at the Muny

    Aug 17, 2023·31m
  37. 37

    Summer Q&A with a Naturalist

    Host Jill Pritchard and naturalist Sarah Easton answer common summer questions about wildlife, starting with birds.

    Jul 20, 2023·56m
  38. 38

    The Cave State

    Jun 15, 2023·28m
  39. 39

    Morels Part II

    May 18, 2023·20m
  40. 40

    Give Turtles a Brake!

    Apr 20, 2023·20m
  41. 41

    Missouri Conservationist Magazine and Xplor

    Mar 16, 2023·28m
  42. 42

    Winter Herp Survival

    Feb 16, 2023·30m
  43. 43

    Let’s Go on a Winter Hike

    Jan 19, 2023·16m
  44. 44

    Audubon Christmas Bird Count

    Dec 15, 2022·27m
  45. 45

    Talkin’ Thanksgiving Turkey

    Nov 17, 2022·17m
  46. 46

    Bats of Missouri

    Oct 20, 2022·48m
  47. 47

    The Twins of Cape Girardeau Nature Center

    Sep 9, 2022·24m
  48. 48

    Monarch Mania

    Aug 18, 2022·8m
  49. 49

    Geese Banding

    Jul 21, 2022·11m
  50. 50

    Revisiting Paddlefest

    Jun 16, 2022·11m